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030052 MC CDRC-VIAC-IBA- Mediation and Negotiation Competition (2025S)

Focus on Mediation

4.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 3 - Rechtswissenschaften
Continuous assessment of course work
Moodle
Tu 11.03. 18:30-21:30 Seminarraum SEM43 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, 4.OG

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Details

max. 5 participants
Language: English

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N


Mittwoch, 19.03. 17:30 - 20:30

Mittwoch, 26.03. 17:30 - 20:30

Mittwoch, 02.04. 17:30 - 20:30

Mittwoch, 09.04. 17:30 - 20:30

Mittwoch, 14.05. 17:30 - 20:30

Mittwoch, 21.05. 17:30 - 20:30

Mittwoch, 28.05. 17:30 - 20:30

Mittwoch, 04.06. 17:30 - 20:30

Mittwoch, 11.06. 17:30 - 20:30

Mittwoch, 18.06. 17:30 - 20:30

Further dates for potential sessions in the week before the competition will be arranged within the course.

  • Wednesday 19.03. 17:30 - 20:30 Seminarraum SEM44 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum 4.OG
  • Wednesday 26.03. 17:30 - 20:30 Seminarraum SEM44 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum 4.OG
  • Wednesday 02.04. 17:30 - 20:30 Seminarraum SEM41 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, 4.OG
  • Wednesday 09.04. 17:30 - 20:30 Seminarraum SEM44 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum 4.OG
  • Wednesday 30.04. 17:30 - 20:30 Seminarraum SEM41 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, 4.OG
  • Wednesday 07.05. 17:30 - 20:30 Seminarraum SEM41 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, 4.OG
  • Wednesday 14.05. 17:30 - 20:30 Seminarraum SEM44 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum 4.OG
  • Wednesday 21.05. 17:30 - 20:30 Seminarraum SEM43 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, 4.OG
  • Wednesday 28.05. 17:30 - 20:30 Seminarraum SEM44 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum 4.OG
  • Wednesday 04.06. 17:30 - 20:30 Seminarraum SEM43 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, 4.OG
  • Wednesday 11.06. 17:30 - 20:30 Seminarraum SEM43 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum, 4.OG
  • Wednesday 18.06. 17:30 - 20:30 Seminarraum SEM44 Schottenbastei 10-16, Juridicum 4.OG

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

General: The competition will take place: 11.07. - 15.07.2025.

ATTENTION: The official application deadline for participants for the competition is already closed. However, interested students can still apply for the course, participate in it, and learn the basics of business-related negotiation and mediation. As part of the team, they also prepare the competition case, have the opportunity to write a seminar paper, and receive the full ECTS; however, participation in the competition in July is no longer possible.

The CDRC is under the auspices of the International Bar Association (IBA), the Vienna International Arbitral Center (VIAC) and the European Law Student's Association Austria (ELSA). In view of the increasing importance of alternative dispute resolution methods in practice, the CDRC aims to establish itself as an internationally recognized platform for students and practitioners. In contrast to other student competitions (moot courts), the CDRC is open not only to law students but also to business students in particular who wish to demonstrate their talent in the field of negotiation and dispute resolution. For more information see http://www.cdrcvienna.org/.

In the course, students will learn the basics of mediation and negotiation. Every week, we negotiate new cases that relate to commercial disputes. Two teams negotiate against each other. Each team consists of a client (CEO, founder, etc.) and a lawyer. The negotiation is led by a mediator. During the course, students learn various negotiation techniques and the principles of mediation and practice presenting and negotiating confidently in English.

Prerequisites for participation in the CDRC Mediation and Negotiation Competition course:

- Good knowledge of English
- Commitment, team spirit, and willingness to attend additional training sessions in the weeks leading up to the competition
- Desirable: Completion of courses in the mediation elective basket (Wahlfachkorb)
- Doctoral and Erasmus students are also welcome to participate

Applications must be submitted by Tuesday, September 24th, 2024 via email to

[teresa.sihler@univie.ac.at](mailto:teresa.sihler@univie.ac.at)

and should include the following documents:

- CV (in English or German)
- Motivation Letter (in English)

Please note that the additional enrollment via u:space is mandatory.

Depending on the number of registrations, there may be a short hearing via Zoom before the start of the course.

Assessment and permitted materials

Students will deepen their understanding of mediation and negotiation techniques, gaining practical insights into the mediation process. They are expected to actively prepare for weekly classes and work on case materials, including drafting statements and developing case strategies for the competitions. Grading will be based on participation throughout the semester.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

Minimum requirements and assessment standard is the participation in the course units including the preparation according to the assignment.

Examination topics

Course materials

Reading list

Roger Fisher und William Ury, Getting to Yes: Negotiating an agreement without giving in: The Secret to Successful Negotiation (1997)

Association in the course directory

Last modified: Fr 21.02.2025 13:05